Color Theory Ep. 9 Monochromatic & Complementary Color Schemes

In this video, we see all the possible color combinations for a 12-color wheel palette for the monochromatic and complementary color schemes.
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*** Supplies I used ***
A. Permanent Yellow Deep (Holbein) bit.ly/2Ql6hbU
B. Permanent Yellow Orange (Holbein) bit.ly/2rlOxPj
C. Vermilion Hue (Holbein) bit.ly/2U9yIIV
D. Scarlet Lake (Holbein) bit.ly/2AmZFQg
E. Quinacridone Rose (Daniel Smith) bit.ly/2KwjHwh
F. Quinacridone Violet (Holbein) bit.ly/2AO7cI0
(A) Ultramarine Violet (Schmincke) bit.ly/2SrRgCs
(B) Ultramarine Finest (Schmincke) bit.ly/2EdF9Ww
(C) Phthalo Blue Yellow Shade (Holbein) bit.ly/2An5blN
(D) Phthalo Turquoise (Daniel Smith) bit.ly/2RzyMjt
(E) Phthalo Green (Schmincke) bit.ly/2DXWm5g
(F) May Green (Schmincke) bit.ly/2QH16TX
+ Hooker’s Green (Holbein) www.jacksonsart.com/holbein-watercolour-paint-15ml-hookers-green?___store=jacksonsart_en&acc=46ba9f2a6976570b0353203ec4474217
+ Transparent Red Oxide (Daniel Smith) www.jacksonsart.com/daniel-smith-watercolour-paint-15ml-transparent-red-oxide-series-1?___store=jacksonsart_en&acc=46ba9f2a6976570b0353203ec4474217
OTHER PALETTES TO TRY
*** Daniel Smith Selection ***
A. Hansa Yellow Mid bit.ly/2P2xlI3
B. Hansa Yellow Deep bit.ly/2BSrTEx
C. Perinone Orange bit.ly/2SvOlsw
D. Permanent Red bit.ly/2zs1Ylv
E. Quinacridone Rose bit.ly/2KwjHwh
F. Quinacridone Violet bit.ly/2AO7cI0
(A) *
(B) Ultramarine Blue bit.ly/2TKqUwN
(C) Phthalo Blue Green Shade bit.ly/2P1Xt66
(D) Phthalo Turquoise (Daniel Smith) bit.ly/2RzyMjt
(E) Phthalo Green Blue Shade bit.ly/2QCWhus
(F) Phthalo Yellow Green bit.ly/2BRX6Yx
* Ultramarine Violet from Schmincke, Blockx, M. Graham and Richardson’s only
*** Holbein Selection ***
A. Permanent Yellow Deep bit.ly/2Ql6hbU
B. Permanent Yellow Orange (Holbein) bit.ly/2rlOxPj
C. Vermilion Hue (Holbein) bit.ly/2U9yIIVe
D. Scarlet Lake bit.ly/2AmZFQg
E. Quinacridone Magenta bit.ly/2P1CvnV
F. Quinacridone Violet bit.ly/2AO7cI0
(A) *
(B) Ultramarine Blue Deep bit.ly/2rcok61
(C) Phthalo Blue Yellow Shade bit.ly/2An5blN
(D) Marine Blue bit.ly/2Eds67t
(E) Bamboo Green bit.ly/2SrBKq5
(F) Permanent Green No.1 bit.ly/2zEQWZV
* Ultramarine Violet from Schmincke, Blockx, M. Graham and Richardson’s only
*** Sennelier Selection ***
A. Sennelier Yellow Light bit.ly/2TDh6Vz
B. Red Orange bit.ly/2Eeqqul
C. Sennelier Orange bit.ly/2ARRj3d
D. Sennelier Red bit.ly/2R8A18Z
E. Rose Madder Lake (this one is permanent) bit.ly/2r3x3qR
F. Red Violet bit.ly/2rmJ0Iq
(A) *
(B) French Ultramarine bit.ly/2DMUJrl
(C) Phthalocyanine Blue bit.ly/2BxtpLY
(D) Phthalocyanine Turquoise bit.ly/2REYqU5
(E) Phthalo Green Deep bit.ly/2QeG1As
(F) Phthalo Green Light bit.ly/2QC22IZ
* Ultramarine Violet from Schmincke, Blockx, M. Graham and Richardson’s only
*** Schmincke Selection ***
A. Pure Yellow bit.ly/2RwAKRu
B. Yellow Orange bit.ly/2ARrbpi
C. Permanent Red Orange bit.ly/2SrlPYQ
D. Scarlet Red bit.ly/2RxZskp
E. Magenta bit.ly/2rjejnx
F. Quinacridone Violet bit.ly/2zKXC93
(A) Ultramarine Violet bit.ly/2SrRgCs
(B) Ultramarine Finest (Schmincke) bit.ly/2EdF9Ww
(C) Helio Cerulean bit.ly/2UdPXZo
(D) Helio Turquoise bit.ly/2EfzQWJ
(E) Phthalo Green (Schmincke) bit.ly/2DXWm5g
(F) May Green (Schmincke) bit.ly/2QH16TX
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[@jp8649]

The idea of using muted versions while doing monochromatic studies is a game changer! That'll help me not get as bored as quickly. I learn so much from you, thank you for existing! You've really helped flame a love of watercolor in me. Excited for the next 2!

[@OtoKano]

I can understand, just playing with different values of the same hue is not as interesting. Aw you are so kind JP!

[@MDCampbell]

Oh, my! You certainly know how to make this color theory junkie smile! This was just wonderful! :)

[@OtoKano]

Mark, so glad you like it :D Color theory is so much fun!

[@OtoKano]

Glad you like it too Joanna :D

[@EveBolt]

That was really interesting, I hadn't seen this monochromatic-with-neutral thing before :O

[@OtoKano]

So glad I could bring something new to you Eve :D

[@anam00090]

This series is such a gem! Also, small details like the length of arrows to signify the mixing pair and intensity are greatly appreciated! Quin violet looks like it has a ton of tonal range by itself and mixed with its complementary, you get just an array of options. Triads are the ones I am curious about the most, can't wait ^_^

[@OtoKano]

Thank you so much for noticing that Ana :D

[@lynn_thinks]

Oto, once again, thank you so very much for this hard work. This is an important subject matter for me at this phase of my art journey. You are a thoughtful and thorough teacher. Many thanks! 🎨🖌

[@christinebravomom5711]

The arrow on your palette really helped. :)

[@SoulshineBnB]

You are very smart. This clock palette makes so much sense. I ordered one after seeing your fist video. Mine is a 70’s retro with nice gold finishing. ( based on price and function..not looks) ❤

[@bossgoose177]

I think I've just discovered I like a complementary color scheme a lot better with their neutral color between them. D, E, and F are especially pretty! I'm not sure I've thought much about monochrome in the sense of the range with its neutralizing color instead of just tonal values, so that is a really intriguing approach for me to try as well. Thanks, this was great!

[@OtoKano]

So glad you got to find out what color schemes you like Boss Goose :D

[@boxapaint569]

Thank you so much for all of time and effort (and mountains of paper) it takes to make these and sharing your knowledge! I read alot but am a visual learner for sure and appreciate this series so much for seeing it in practice and it's so much more informative than 'take a reddish violet and a yellowy green' on a page with an image and how very different things can turn out practicing with your own collection of colours.

[@OtoKano]

Aw thank you Box a Paint, that is exactly what I was hoping for :)

[@jeanniehinyard5332]

You videos on color theory are soooo helpful. Your videos are the only ones that really explain how to work with a color wheel to create the colors. I never understood until now!

[@stephaniereed8869]

Thanks again Oto, another great video. Lots of great info. You are a natural teacher

[@OtoKano]

Aw thank you so much Steph, I really appreciate your kind words.

[@fullermoments]

Oh my my...I'm so glad I found your page. You make color theory come ALIVE.

[@TheSdzfr]

Your favourite tetrad which is EF(E)(F) was my favourite of all color schemes. Keep up the good work.

[@mollymuzette5860]

Well done!! Best video on this topic I've seen.

[@julieluten5260]

The violet/may green combo is one I am going to try. Thank you for your clear and visual explanation!

[@charltonchew1]

Thank you so much for your time and passion for attention and detail. I love watching and learning new things every time!

[@OtoKano]

Thank you so much for watching the video Charlton :D

[@CanardErrant]

Phenomenal video - thank you for the visual aids and for your explanations!

[@farmwife7944]

thanks so much for teaching us about color. I finally understand how this all works, for the most part anyway. I don't care to use these particular mixes at this point since it is filled with the phthalo colors. Being a watercolor newbie I do better using non staining or lightly staining colors so I can more easily wash away my mistakes, plus I make a stubborn mess of my palette, my hands, pretty much any surface when I have the very staining phthalos in there but I do understand that it is due to my own reckless style.

[@OtoKano]

Gosh yes, phthalos are so highly staining!

[@alisonpillette5419]

Thank you so much for all these color theory videos! so helpful. and very generous!

[@sonnemondundsterben5980]

Wow, so interesting. I never thought monochromatic painting could be so 'colourful' xD Thank you!

[@carolray3637]

AMAZING! Thank you for this - I have the Stephen Quiller book and colour wheel but didn’t realize you can use it as you have shown here (haven’t finished reading it). The lights are now on! 🤗

[@Angela10277088]

This is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and making this subject easier to understand!

[@OtoKano]

So glad you found the video easy to understand Angela :D

[@CarolineWinders]

Great presentation and useful info. Thank you!

[@OtoKano]

Thank you Caroline, glad you liked it :)

[@nursen2106]

what an effort you made!

[@Peeachez]

I so appreciate you sharing your knowledge.. I love “ in liquid color” you both are awesome!!!

[@OtoKano]

Thank you so much!

[@susant9703]

So interesting! I like the B and (B) colour scheme with the neutrals in between.

[@KatheeRN]

TY for doing this series...so helpful to know

[@OtoKano]

You are so welcome Kathee, thank you for watching!

[@atsu8344]

Thanks 🙏🏻 very clear your explanation

[@robincooper9323]

Very good episode Dr. Kano! I never knew that part of a monochromatic color scheme was also the color going to neutral. Very interesting. My favorite combos are D and E. I might have to do the circles exercise with those. They call to me!

[@OtoKano]

wooo I hope you enjoy the circles exercise! If you want a PDF of the circles, just let me know.

[@cristinalattuada5322]

Excellent! Thank you ❤️

[@antheablackmore5838]

Brilliant!🎨

[@lindacarreira8106]

Great job as usual! Thank you.

[@OtoKano]

Aw thank you Linda!

[@janetwebber7814]

Brilliant!

[@HerradaJulio]

Thank you Oto, good information.

[@OtoKano]

Thank you for watching Julio :)

[@kavita7801]

I was looking for some one to teach this ,,,and I found ur channel

[@x-dah-t-er8779]

I love the colours can’t pick out which are my favourite well, they are all awesome I was working a lot with doing chroma intense as a value rather than neutralizing it at all with its complimentary, I have not perfected it before {it is very fluorescent feel} but moved on to simply a dark shade to light shade using its complimentary then just the neutral shades of the monotone, but to add that complimentary to a brighter shade or high value monotone scrrrrreeeeews up the building and actual shades!

[@misseskval2686]

Very interesting the neutralization of the monos...what a great info. Never occurred me to see it in such way.

[@OtoKano]

I hope you have fun playing around with the concept Val!

[@ameladelalic8499]

Thank you for you share with oss 🙏❤️👏🥀😊🏆. This is fascinating and helps so much 😊❤️🙏.

[@christopherattwood]

Yellow orange and blue violet my favourite at moment but they change periodically.

[@ChristinaTodd1970]

Excellent visual, Oto.

[@OtoKano]

Thank you Christina, glad you like it!

[@ChristinaTodd1970]

Great job, as always. I’ve got color theory down, but it took me 2 1/2 years to figure it out on my own. If I had this video when I first started painting it would have been tremendously helpful! Having the visuals accompanied with theory really brings it all together in an easy to learn format. 👍🏼

[@jenniashbart8233]

Thank you Oto! My favorite pair was the D pair. I am really into mid to warm reds and yellows right now, probably because it's been so cold here lately.

[@OtoKano]

mmmmm I can totally understand hungering for the warm colors in this weather!

[@suryasaini3180]

Great effort mam❤️

[@MinnaPerala84]

Thank you so much for the series. I've almost finished thw course. So much info in clear, inspiring and geek friendly format. I've thought about setting a new palette using tube paints and plastic folding palette. Will the colors in the top cover stay in place properly when the box is closed? I will probably get Schmincke and Holbein paints after your foot steps. Maybe even try some Daniel Smith! Greetings from Finland, Another computer scientist 🤓

[@ashlyrz252]

The D combo was gorgeous mingled ❤️

[@OtoKano]

I agree with you, it's so pretty.

[@sabihashehzad7391]

E and F for complementary D, E, F, (D), (E)and(F) for monochromatic Thanks! its a great video 😊

[@OtoKano]

Awesome!

[@EricDoggett]

These are all amazing videos! Thanks for creating! One question - in a monochromatic scheme, how would you darken a color (say, something in your a-d wells, or (f)), without neutralizing it via the complementary color? Thank you!

[@OtoKano]

you could do a monochromatic study where you just use one color, by changing how much water you put with your paint.

[@annettefournier9655]

Thanks Otto. That was a lot of work. I like B, E, F. But I tend to be a bit odd. Lol.Thanks 💙

[@OtoKano]

Great choices Annette!

[@annettefournier9655]

@@OtoKano Thank you so much Oto for this series. I used this lesson to do Lindsay's cardinal today in watercolor instead of pastel. Thanks so much.

[@btsarmychannel2964]

Mam red and black colour mixed than which colour mam pls reply mam

[@abhislife400]

Anukriti, 6

[@22norac]

Complementary colors E and (E) remind me of the 80's and F (F) early 90's